MSc Applied Forensic Psychology with Placement at University of Bath

Programme overview

Prepare for a career in forensic psychology on this BPS-accredited course. You’ll do a work placement in a forensic setting, enhancing your experience. This British Psychological Society (BPS)-accredited course will provide you with the essential psychological knowledge, professional skills and workplace experience you need to start your career in the field of forensic psychology.

What you will study

This course lasts 2 years. It starts in September 2027 and ends in 2029. Year 1 compulsory units include Advanced research methods for applied psychology, Assessment and intervention with offenders and victims, Forensic psychology practice and clinical skills, Fundamentals in psychology, crime and law.

Career pathways

As part of the course, you’ll take part in timetabled sessions to support your professional practice and clinical skills development. These skills-based workshops are designed to help you become a reflective practice practitioner and develop your transferable skills for your work placement and future career.

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Application information

Entry requirements

You should have a bachelor's honours degree or international equivalent, typically a 2:1 or above. You should have also achieved a good mark in your dissertation, typically a 2:1 mark or above. To apply for this course you should have an undergraduate degree in psychology. English language: IELTS: 7.0 overall with no less than 7.0 in all components.

Domestic applicants: GBP 14,250 a year (2027/28). Annual tuition fee for full-time taught 2026/27 entry onwards; placement fee charged separately (Home £3,960, Overseas £8,585). Source

International applicants: GBP 30,900 a year (2027/28). Annual tuition fee for full-time taught 2026/27 entry onwards; placement fee charged separately (Home £3,960, Overseas £8,585). Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 2 years full-time

Apply through the official page: https://samis.bath.ac.uk/urd/sits.urd/run/siw_ipp_lgn.login?process=siw_ipp_app&code1=TDUPS-FP04&code2=0005

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